16/10/2026
🌍 A new chapter for maternal and child health in Central Asia!
On October 9th, the inaugural China–Central Asia Forum on Maternal and Child Health opened in Astana, Kazakhstan, bringing together experts to strengthen collaboration along the Health Silk Road.
The opening ceremony was attended by Saduova Ganar, Deputy Director of the Department of Maternal and Child Health at Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Healthcare; Professor Huang Xuehui, Vice President of Nazarbayev University; Yuriy Pya, Chairman of the UMC Board and Director of the Heart Center; Liu Hanmin, President of West China Second University Hospital of Sichuan University; and Li Zaiwen, Senior Vice President of Mindray.
Key highlights:
✅ Strategic MOU signed between West China Second University Hospital and University Medical Center (UMC) of Nazarbayev University
✅ 33 expert sessions on pediatric surgery, women's health & perinatal medicine
✅ A shared vision for digital healthcare, medical AI & talent development
“We believe digital innovation can make healthcare more accessible, shared standards can promote more consistent care, and talent exchange and capacity building can bring healthcare communities closer together,” said Li Zaiwen, Senior Vice President of Mindray, "Together, we can build a stronger community for maternal and child health across China and Central Asia.”